1969 Ferrari Dino 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 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 144 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | Dino | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
