2004 Holden Zafira vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jensen 541 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Because 1962 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Holden | Jensen |
| Model | Zafira | 541 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
