2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1962 Jensen 541
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1962 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy. 2009 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1962 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Envoy | 541 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
