1953 Jensen 541 vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 46 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 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1953 Jensen 541. (111 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen 541 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jensen 541 | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Jensen | McLaren |
| Model | 541 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
