1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M 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 277 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 12 M | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | 12 M | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |