1995 Acura NSX vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Acura | Jensen |
Model | NSX | 541 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |