2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | F-150 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2670 mm |
