1962 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jensen 541 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | 541 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
