1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mondeo | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mondeo | 541 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
