1958 Jensen 541 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Jensen 541. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 541 | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |