1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1960 Jensen 541

To start off, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 729 kg more than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Daihatsu Compagno 1960 Jensen 541
Make Daihatsu Jensen
Model Compagno 541
Year Released 1963 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 797 cc 3990 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 765 kg 1494 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2670 mm


 

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