1962 Jensen 541 vs. 1969 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1969 Peugeot 404 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jensen 541 (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 404. 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, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Jensen 541 | 1969 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
Model | 541 | 404 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |