1999 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 40 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. 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, 1999 Hyundai Coupe, 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Coupe | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Coupe | 541 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
