1959 Jensen 541 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 51 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jensen 541 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | 541 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
