2008 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 51 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | 541 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3990 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
