1958 Jensen 541 vs. 1992 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1992 Westfield ZEI is newer by 34 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, 1992 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1992 Westfield ZEI.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Westfield ZEI. (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 1992 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Jensen | Westfield |
Model | 541 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |