2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
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 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Mondeo | 541 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |