1972 Ford Torino vs. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 23 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen 4-Litre (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen 4-Litre should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 30 kg more than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre.
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:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Torino | 4-Litre |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 86 L |
