1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1954 Jensen 541
To start off, 1961 Bristol 406 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen 541 (112 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1954 Jensen 541.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1954 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | 406 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
