2005 Audi S4 vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 43 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jensen 541. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | S4 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
