2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1891 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jensen Healey 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 1972 Jensen Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Five Hundred | Healey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
