1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 38 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 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 541 | CLK GTR |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 770 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |