2004 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 325 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
