1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 1982 Audi Coupe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Because 1959 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi Coupe | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Audi | Jensen |
Model | Coupe | 541 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |