2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 353 kg more than 1956 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | S-Type | 541 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
