1957 Jensen 541 vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1957 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen 541. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen 541 | 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Jensen | Lamborghini |
| Model | 541 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
