2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen 541 (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 172 kg more than 1957 Jensen 541.
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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Ranger | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
