1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | F40 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |
