1948 Jensen Straight 8 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 45 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. (130 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jensen Straight 8 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1948 Jensen Straight 8 has manual transmission. 1948 Jensen Straight 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jensen Straight 8 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Straight 8 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
