1997 BMW Z3 vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 is newer by 39 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, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1997 BMW Z3.
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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | Z3 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| 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 | 1393 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
