1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 75 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
Model | Camaro | 541 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |