1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 665 kg more than 2000 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Newport | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
Model | Newport | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |