2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1958 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 1958 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mondeo | 541 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
