1961 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 51 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 375 kg more than 1961 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jensen 541 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | 541 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
