1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1989 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 30 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1989 Toyota Lexcen.
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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Lexcen. 1989 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1959 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1959 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Jensen | Toyota |
Model | 541 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |