2002 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 46 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, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1956 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541. 2002 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1956 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1956 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 330 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
