2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | Z4 | 541 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |