2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Envoy | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
