1943 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
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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1943 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
Model | 6C | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1943 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2442 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |