1962 Jensen 541 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 48 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 278 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jensen 541. 2010 Jaguar XK 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. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jensen 541 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jensen | Jaguar |
| Model | 541 | XK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
