1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1958 Jensen 541 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 6C | 541 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
