1949 Holden FX 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 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Holden FX 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) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Holden FX. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1949 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1949 Holden FX. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Holden FX | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Holden | Jensen |
Model | FX | 541 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |