1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 1961 Jensen 541 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1953 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | GAZ | Jensen |
| Model | M-20 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
