1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen 541 (153 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 760 kg more than 1957 Jensen 541.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1957 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1957 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Suburban | 541 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
