1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 89 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 130 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
Model | 250 GTE | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 75 L |