1963 BMW 502 vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 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 163 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 502 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
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 | 158 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |