1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 246 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 97 kg more than 1998 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Daimler | Jensen |
Model | Conquest | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |