1998 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-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 CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen CV-8 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | CV-8 | 968 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
