1949 Jensen 4-Litre vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 is newer by 41 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, 1990 Saab 900 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900 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 320 kg more than 1990 Saab 900.
Because 1949 Jensen 4-Litre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1949 Jensen 4-Litre | 1990 Saab 900 | |
Make | Jensen | Saab |
Model | 4-Litre | 900 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |