1959 Jensen 541 vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 52 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2011 Jeep Patriot, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jensen 541 | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Jensen | Jeep |
| Model | 541 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
