1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1965 Jaguar MK X is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 415 kg more than 1958 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | MK X | 541 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
