2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1957 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen 541. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen 541. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1957 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1957 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | 300 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 68 L |
