1962 Jensen 541 vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 41 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 109 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (328 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jensen 541. 2003 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1962 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1962 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Jensen 541 | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Jensen | Toyota |
Model | 541 | Crown |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |