2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 50 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-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, 2008 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | F-150 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
