1960 Jensen 541 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 50 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 229 kg more than 1960 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jensen 541 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | 541 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2919 mm |
