1957 Jensen 541 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 54 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, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen 541. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jensen 541 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Jensen | BMW |
Model | 541 | 120 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |