1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Camaro | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
