1994 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6, 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A6 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
