1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 48 kg more than 1960 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Viper | 541 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 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 | 1542 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
