2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jensen 541 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 1958 Jensen 541 (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
Model | Colorado | 541 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |