1949 Jensen 4-Litre vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 39 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen 4-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre weights approximately 595 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
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 | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | 4-Litre | Supra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
