1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 163 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 541 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
