1948 Jensen Straight 8 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 59 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. (130 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 20 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Straight 8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.8 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 | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
