1963 Jensen 541 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Jensen 541 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jensen | Porsche |
Model | 541 | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |