1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Jensen SV-8. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | Testarossa | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
