1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 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, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | GT 40 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 440 Nm |
| 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 |
