1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen 541 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | Dino | 541 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
