1960 Jensen 541 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jensen 541 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jensen | Subaru |
Model | 541 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |