2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 117 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
Model | CTS | 541 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |