1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 47 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 541 | SLK |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |