1961 Jensen 541 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1963 Opel Rekord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. 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, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1961 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jensen 541 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | 541 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
