2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 890 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Colorado | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
