1961 Jensen 541 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 241 kg more than 1961 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jensen 541. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1961 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1961 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jensen 541 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Jensen | Dodge |
| Model | 541 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
