1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 130 kg more than 1958 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Buick | Jensen |
Model | Skylark | 541 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
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 | 1605 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |