1995 Honda Legend vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend, 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Legend | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Legend | 541 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3205 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
