1948 Jensen Straight 8 vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1991 Toyota Supra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jensen Straight 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jensen Straight 8 would be higher. At 3,860 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Jensen Straight 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. (130 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 32 kg more than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jensen Straight 8 | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Straight 8 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
