1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | GT 40 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |