1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 500 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8. 1993 Jaguar XJS 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. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XJS | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
