1999 AC Cobra vs. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 50 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra 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 595 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Cobra | 4-Litre |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
