1959 Jensen 541 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 47 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Porsche Boxster 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. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jensen 541 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | 541 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
