2006 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jensen 541 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 1963 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 1963 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Coupe | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Coupe | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
