1958 Jensen 541 vs. 1988 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 30 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 1988 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Jensen | Mazda |
Model | 541 | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |