1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 39 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 36 kg more than 1960 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Falcon | 541 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
