1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 14 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 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 550 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.
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 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen 541. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | New Yorker | 541 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |
