1984 BMW 628 vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 628 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
