1987 Citroen BX vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 24 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, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
Because 1963 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 1963 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX, 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, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen BX | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | BX | 541 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |