1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 649 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 250 LM | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 59 L |
