2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 48 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
Model | SSR | 541 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |