2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 45 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 200 kg more than 1958 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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | Maranello | 541 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| 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 | 1675 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 72 L |
