1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 41 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Mustang | 541 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |