2008 BMW 330 vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 330 | 541 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |