1953 Jensen 541 vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Jensen 541. (111 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 318 kg more than 1953 Jensen 541. 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:
| 1953 Jensen 541 | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | 541 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
