2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 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, 1962 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1962 Jensen 541 has manual transmission. 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Silverado | 541 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |
