1959 Jensen 541 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 48 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1959 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1959 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jensen 541 | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jensen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 541 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
