1962 Jensen 541 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 47 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jensen 541 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | 541 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
