1948 Jensen Straight 8 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 63 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. (130 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 195 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
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 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Straight 8 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 79 L |
