1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 36 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Jensen | Mazda |
Model | 541 | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |