1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 29 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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:
| 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 4-Litre |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
