1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Challenger | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
