2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1541 kg more than 1958 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Excursion | 541 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 72 L |
