1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 26 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 230 kg more than 1957 Jensen 541. 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, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen 541. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen 541. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp 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. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jensen |
Model | Longchamp | 541 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |