2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1959 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150, 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | E-150 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
