1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 57 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1956 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jensen 541 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Jensen | Mini |
Model | 541 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |