1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 24 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
Model | Mondial | 541 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |