1958 Jensen 541 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1959 NSU Prinz I is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 959 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | Jensen | NSU |
Model | 541 | Prinz I |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |