2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 41 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 24 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | Centauri | 541 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
