2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 40 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (201 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 145 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | S-Type | 541 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 72 L |
