1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1958 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1958 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen 541 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | 541 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
