1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jensen SV-8. 1964 Bristol 408 has automatic transmission and 2003 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2003 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Bristol 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | 408 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
