2008 BMW 335 vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 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 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 50 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 335 | 541 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |