1999 BMW 740 vs. 1953 Jensen 541
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1953 Jensen 541. (111 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 721 kg more than 1953 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1953 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 740 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
