1968 BMW 1600 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 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 1600 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
