1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1954 Jensen 541
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1954 Jensen 541. (112 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen 541 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1954 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Alpine | Jensen |
| Model | V6 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| 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 | 1180 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
