1997 Chrysler Viper vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen 541. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Viper | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | Viper | 541 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7984 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
