1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 34 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 100 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. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Caprice | 4-Litre |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
