2006 Audi TT vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 1959 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | TT | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| 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 | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
