2009 Audi TT vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541. 2009 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1956 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1956 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | TT | 541 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
