2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Jeep | Jensen |
| Model | Compass | 541 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
