1994 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2003 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Italdesign Nazca | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Jensen |
| Model | Nazca | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
