1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 321 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Viper | 541 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
