1955 Jensen 541 vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 Morgan 4 is newer by 44 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, 1999 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Jensen 541. (111 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen 541 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Morgan 4.
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 | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Morgan |
| Model | 541 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
