1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Jensen | Mazda |
Model | 541 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
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 | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |