1958 Jensen 541 vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 1991 Tatra T613 is newer by 33 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, 1991 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tatra T613 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1958 Jensen 541. 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen 541 | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Jensen | Tatra |
| Model | 541 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2990 mm |
