1957 Jensen 541 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 51 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 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen 541. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen 541 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | 541 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 330 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 | 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 |
