1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 224 kg more than 2001 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Camaro | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
