1961 Jensen 541 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 50 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, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jensen 541 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Jensen | Audi |
| Model | 541 | TT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
