2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 46 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Because 1958 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 1958 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Tiburon | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
Model | Tiburon | 541 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 311 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |