1958 BMW 503 vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 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 183 more horse power than 1958 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 503. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 503 weights approximately 200 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 503 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |