1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 941 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 795 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jensen 541 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Jensen | Koenigsegg |
Model | 541 | CCXR |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |