1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 38 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 164 kg more than 1959 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Jensen | Opel |
Model | 541 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |