1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 389 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Ram | 541 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2670 mm |
