1993 BMW M5 vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | M5 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
