2009 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 52 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, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | 541 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 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 | 1461 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
