1960 Jensen 541 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1968 TVR Vixen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jensen 541 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Jensen | TVR |
| Model | 541 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
