2009 BMW M5 vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1959 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | M5 | 541 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |