1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Falcon | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
