1950 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1948 Jensen Straight 8
To start off, 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C is newer by 2 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, 1948 Jensen Straight 8 (130 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jensen Straight 8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jensen Straight 8 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1948 Jensen Straight 8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | 6C | Straight 8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 86 L |
