1981 Audi UR vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | UR | 541 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
