1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 55 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, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1956 Jensen 541. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jensen 541 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Jensen | BMW |
Model | 541 | 118 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |