1998 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen CV-8 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | CV-8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 89 L |
