2004 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 103 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.
Because 1963 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | 541 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
