1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Saab 900 is newer by 37 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, 1996 Saab 900 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Saab 900.
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, 1996 Saab 900, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1996 Saab 900 | |
Make | Jensen | Saab |
Model | 541 | 900 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |