1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1982 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 24 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, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari Mondial | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
Model | Mondial | 541 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |