1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 48 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, 2004 Renault Wind (134 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Wind should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 2004 Renault Wind | |
| Make | Jensen | Renault |
| Model | 541 | Wind |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
