1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1987 Volvo 480
To start off, 1987 Volvo 480 is newer by 28 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 480. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 480. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1987 Volvo 480. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480, 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1987 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Jensen | Volvo |
Model | 541 | 480 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |