2000 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A4 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
