2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150.
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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | F-150 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
