1991 Audi 100 vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 33 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, 1991 Audi 100 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Because 1958 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 1958 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100, 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 100 | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Audi | Jensen |
Model | 100 | 541 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |