1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XJ6 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
