1962 Jensen 541 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 37 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, 1999 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 190 kg more than 1962 Jensen 541. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jensen 541 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | 541 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
