1961 Jensen 541 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1961 Jensen 541 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jensen 541 (129 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jensen 541 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | 541 | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
