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Jensen 541

General information

ModelJensen 541
Year1960
Rating63.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3990 ccm (243.47 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3990 ccm (243.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power131.00 PS (96 kW or 129 HP) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Max torque310.00 Nm (31.6 kgf-m or 228.7 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression7.4:1
Bore x stroke87.3 x 111.1 mm (3.4 x 4.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed177.0 km/h (110.0 mph)
0-50 miles9.2 seconds
0-60 miles12.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0877 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4250 litres (1,123 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1494 kg (3,293.7 pounds)
Overall length4530 mm (178.3 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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