1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 34 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
Model | 541 | 405 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |