1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jensen |
Model | Guara | 541 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |