1997 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 1997 Dodge Dakota is newer by 37 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 36 kg more than 1960 Jensen 541.
Because 1997 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Dakota | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Dakota | 541 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
