1957 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 55 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 450 kg more than 1957 Jensen 541.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen 541. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jensen 541 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Jensen | Tata |
| Model | 541 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
