1990 BMW 850 vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 BMW 850. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 490 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 850 | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 850 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |