1974 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | GTV | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
