1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jensen 541 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | 541 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
