2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1960 Jensen 541
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 48 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1960 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jensen 541 weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 1960 Jensen 541 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Jensen 541. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1960 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
Model | Santa Fe | 541 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |