2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
Model | Brera | 541 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3193 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |