1960 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
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, 2012 Seat Leon, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jensen 541 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Jensen | Seat |
| Model | 541 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 247 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 | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
