1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 50 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 15 kg more than 1956 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jensen 541 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Jensen | Maserati |
Model | 541 | GranSport |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |