2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 42 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 124 kg more than 1960 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1960 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1960 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | CTS | 541 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
