1954 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 815 more horse power than 1954 Jensen 541. (112 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 70 kg more than 1954 Jensen 541. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jensen 541 | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Jensen | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 541 | Agera |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 927 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
