1959 Jensen 541 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 52 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 208 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.
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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jensen 541 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Jensen | Infiniti |
Model | 541 | G37 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |