2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 838 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Dodge | Jensen |
Model | Ram | 541 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |