1959 Jensen 541 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 45 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 198 kg more than 1959 Jensen 541. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 2004 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1959 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1959 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jensen 541 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Jensen | Jaguar |
| Model | 541 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
