1974 Holden Torana vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Torana | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Holden | Jensen |
Model | Torana | 541 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |