1960 Jensen 541 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 47 kg more than 1960 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jensen 541 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | 541 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
