2007 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 108 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | 541 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
