2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 43 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jensen 541. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
Model | 360 | 541 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1390 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |