2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1958 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1958 Jensen 541 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
Model | Silverado | 541 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |