1961 Jensen 541 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1964 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 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 82 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 509 kg more than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jensen 541 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | 541 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
