2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1956 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, 1956 Jensen 541 (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Canyon | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
Make | GMC | Jensen |
Model | Canyon | 541 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
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 | 182 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |