1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jensen 541 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 541 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |
