1956 Jensen 541 vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 1972 NSU 1000 is newer by 16 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 85 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1972 NSU 1000. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jensen 541 | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Jensen | NSU |
Model | 541 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |