1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Mustang | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |