2005 Honda NSX vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 48 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, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 15 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1957 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1957 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | NSX | 541 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
