2009 BMW 335 vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jensen 541. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1961 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1961 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 335 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| 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 | 282 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 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 |
