2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 49 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Jensen 541 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Rendezvous | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
