1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 40 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 31 kg more than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jensen Interceptor.
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1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
Model | Testarossa | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |