1960 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 52 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (264 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 321 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.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1960 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1960 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jensen 541 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 541 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
