1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 54 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1160 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541. 2012 Nissan NV 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. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen 541 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | 541 | NV |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
