1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1955 Jensen 541
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1955 Jensen 541. (111 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1955 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Bitter | Jensen |
| Model | Type III | 541 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
