1963 Jaguar Type S vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S 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 113 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 320 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar Type S | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | Type S | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
