2006 BMW 325 vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 49 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, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 170 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 325 | 541 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |