1996 BMW 520 vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 520 weights approximately 196 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 520 | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 520 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89.9 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1496 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |