2006 Audi TT vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 50 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, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 215 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.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT 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, 2006 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | TT | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
