1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 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 Peugeot 406 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Because 1959 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
Model | 541 | 406 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |