1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 60 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
