1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 1985 Maserati 228 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 Maserati 228.
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, 1985 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jensen 541 | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | 541 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
