1958 Jensen 541 vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541.
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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen 541 | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | 541 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
