2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1948 Jensen Straight 8
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jensen Straight 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jensen Straight 8 would be higher. At 3,860 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Jensen Straight 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. (130 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1948 Jensen Straight 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1948 Jensen Straight 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 360 | Straight 8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
