1956 Jensen 541 vs. 1984 Opel Monza
To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen 541 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 6 kg more than 1956 Jensen 541.
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, 1956 Jensen 541 (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 1984 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | 541 | Monza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
