1957 Jensen 541 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 670 kg more than 1957 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen 541 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | 541 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
