1956 Jensen 541 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 52 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 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati MC12 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jensen 541 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | 541 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
