1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 284 kg more than 1998 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mustang | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
