1974 AMC Matador vs. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre
To start off, 1974 AMC Matador is newer by 25 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AMC Matador weights approximately 172 kg more than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. 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. 1974 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1949 Jensen 4-Litre has manual transmission. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 AMC Matador | 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | |
| Make | AMC | Jensen |
| Model | Matador | 4-Litre |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 86 L |
