1970 Bristol 411 vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1970 Bristol 411 is newer by 12 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 6,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bristol 411 (288 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bristol 411 weights approximately 235 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Bristol 411 (588 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bristol 411 | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | 411 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6277 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
