2009 BMW M3 vs. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 60 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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 95 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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.
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| 2009 BMW M3 | 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M3 | 4-Litre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
