2004 BMW 330 vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 330 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
