1948 Jensen Straight 8 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 65 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. (130 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 64 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Straight 8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
