1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 1954 Jensen 541
To start off, 1979 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen 541 (112 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 370 kg more than 1954 Jensen 541.
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. 1979 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1954 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1954 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 1954 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | LeSabre | 541 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
