1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 400 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
