1984 BMW M6 vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1961 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | M6 | 541 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |