2000 Ford Puma vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 38 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, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
Because 1962 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 1962 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Puma | 541 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
