1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 635 kg more than 1957 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen 541. (308 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
Model | Calais | 541 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 308 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |