1960 Jensen 541 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jensen 541 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | 541 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
