1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 31 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 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Camaro | 541 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
