1961 Jensen 541 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 51 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 943 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jensen 541. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jensen 541 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Jensen | Dodge |
| Model | 541 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 121 L |
