2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 37 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | Z3 | 541 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |