1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen 541 (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 209 kg more than 1957 Jensen 541.
Because 1957 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Galaxy | 541 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
