1958 Jensen 541 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 37 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1958 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
Model | 541 | Corrado |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2861 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |