1957 Jensen 541 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 48 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen 541 (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Jensen 541 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Jensen | Smart |
Model | 541 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 135 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 | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |