1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jensen |
Model | Sports Convertible | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |