2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V 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 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jensen 541. 2007 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1960 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1960 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS-V | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | STS-V | 541 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
