1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 61 kg more than 1963 Jensen 541. 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, 1987 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Mondial | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
Model | Mondial | 541 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 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 | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |