1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1948 Jensen Straight 8
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 12 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. (130 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 95 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1948 Jensen Straight 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 250 GTE | Straight 8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 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 | 1430 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 86 L |
