2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1959 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1959 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1959 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | CTS-V | 541 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
