2006 GMC Savana vs. 1957 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Jensen 541. (153 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1107 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.
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 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen 541. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1957 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Savana | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
