1999 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 1963 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 1963 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daewoo Nubira. (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Nubira | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Jensen |
| Model | Nubira | 541 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
