1985 AC Cobra vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
Make | AC | Jensen |
Model | Cobra | 541 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |