2009 Ford Focus vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1960 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 1960 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Focus | 541 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
