1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Innocenti 950 | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Innocenti | Jensen |
Model | 950 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |