1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 22 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | GTV | 541 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
