1998 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 10 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 318 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |