1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. 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.
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1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
Model | 125 F1 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |