1961 Jensen 541 vs. 1957 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1961 Jensen 541 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 403. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jensen 541 | 1957 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | 541 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
