1959 Jensen 541 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 54 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 31 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, 2013 Nissan Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Jensen | Nissan |
Model | 541 | Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |