1963 Jensen 541 vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541.
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, 1963 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Jensen 541 | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
Model | 541 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 49 L |