1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 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, 1961 Jensen 541 (310 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1961 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | Dino | 541 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
