2009 Ford Focus vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1956 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 1956 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 1956 Jensen 541 (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Focus | 541 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
