1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jensen 541. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1963 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1963 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Wildcat | 541 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
