1994 Jaguar XJR vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 452 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJR | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XJR | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
