1996 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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, 1996 Audi A6 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1960 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A6 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
