1955 Jensen 541 vs. 1966 Porsche 904
To start off, 1966 Porsche 904 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Jensen 541. (111 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen 541 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1966 Porsche 904.
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:
| 1955 Jensen 541 | 1966 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | 541 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7200 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 | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
