2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 45 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 259 kg more than 1962 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | S-Type | 541 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
