1958 Jensen 541 vs. 2009 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2009 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 51 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541.
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, 2009 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541. 2009 Maybach Landaulet has automatic transmission and 1958 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1958 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach Landaulet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jensen 541 | 2009 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | Jensen | Maybach |
| Model | 541 | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |
