1998 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1999 McLaren F1
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jensen CV-8 | 1999 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Jensen | McLaren |
Model | CV-8 | F1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |