1960 Jensen 541 vs. 1982 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1982 Westfield ZEI is newer by 22 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, 1982 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 769 kg more than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Westfield ZEI. (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jensen 541 | 1982 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Jensen | Westfield |
| Model | 541 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
