1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 1970 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jensen 541 (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Maverick | 541 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
