1960 BMW 502 vs. 1954 Jensen 541
To start off, 1960 BMW 502 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen 541 (112 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 502 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1954 Jensen 541.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 BMW 502 | 1954 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 502 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
