2000 Audi TT vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT 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, 1956 Jensen 541 (265 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (245 Nm). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | TT | 541 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| 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 | 180 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
