1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 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 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen 541 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Ram | 541 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2670 mm |
