1958 Jensen 541 vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 41 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jensen 541 | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Jensen | Panoz |
Model | 541 | AIV |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |