1995 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 330 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
