1962 Jensen 541 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 47 kg more than 1962 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jensen 541 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | 541 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
