1955 Jensen 541 vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1955 Jensen 541. (111 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 280 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 Jensen 541 | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Jensen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 541 | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
