2006 BMW 525 vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541.
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, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 525 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3993 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
