1956 Jensen 541 vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1968 Mazda R-100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen 541 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Mazda R-100. (110 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda R-100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Jensen 541 (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda R-100. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda R-100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | 541 | R-100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
