1985 Audi 100 vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | 100 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
