1982 Honda Ballade vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 1982 Honda Ballade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen 541 (153 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1982 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1982 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Ballade, 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Ballade. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Ballade | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Ballade | 541 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2670 mm |
