1963 Jensen 541 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Jensen 541 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jensen | Subaru |
Model | 541 | Forester |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |