1953 Jensen 541 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1965 Wartburg 312 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jensen 541 (111 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen 541 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen 541 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jensen | Wartburg |
| Model | 541 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
