1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 47 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 5 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 MG TF. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Jensen | MG |
| Model | 541 | TF |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
