1987 BMW 750 vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 560 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1998 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1998 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 750 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |