1957 Jensen 541 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 50 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 816 kg more than 1957 Jensen 541.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jensen 541 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
Model | 541 | Defender |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |