1963 Jensen 541 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jensen 541 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Jensen | Plymouth |
| Model | 541 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
