1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 53 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1956 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1956 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 541 | E |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
