1963 Jensen 541 vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 37 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 714 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Jensen 541 | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Jensen | Lotec |
Model | 541 | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |