1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 25 kg more than 1958 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | F-Type | 541 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
