1955 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 57 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1955 Jensen 541. (111 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 350 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Jensen 541 | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | 541 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
