2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 236 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1960 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1960 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Five Hundred | 541 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
