1957 Jensen 541 vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 53 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, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 350 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 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen 541 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | 541 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
