1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 641 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 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541. 2011 Jaguar XJ 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. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jensen | Jaguar |
| Model | 541 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
