1960 Jensen 541 vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 51 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 975 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2011 Zenvo ST1.
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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jensen 541 | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | Jensen | Zenvo |
Model | 541 | ST1 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 375 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3055 mm |