1960 Jensen 541 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 36 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jensen 541 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | 541 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
