1949 Jensen 4-Litre vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen 4-Litre would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. 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:
| 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Jensen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 4-Litre | 88 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3110 mm |
