1963 Jensen 541 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 50 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 470 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 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jensen 541. (310 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Jensen 541 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Jensen | Audi |
Model | 541 | A7 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 549 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2914 mm |