2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 425 kg more than 1956 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Viper | 541 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
