1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 725 kg more than 1959 Jensen 541.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1959 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Suburban | 541 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
