1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 48 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 Jensen 541.
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, 2006 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2006 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen 541 | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | 541 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
