2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GAZ 3111 | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
Make | GAZ | Jensen |
Model | 3111 | 541 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |