2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 39 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
Model | Corvette | 541 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
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 | 1514 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |