1968 DAF 44 vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 10 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1968 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | DAF | Jensen |
| Model | 44 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
