1963 Jensen 541 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 48 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, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2011 BMW 328 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, 2011 BMW 328 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jensen 541 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | 541 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
