1952 Ford Zephyr vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1952 Ford Zephyr. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Zephyr | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Zephyr | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |