2005 BMW 530 vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1958 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 530 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
