1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jensen | Porsche |
Model | 541 | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |