1998 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 381 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Jensen | Aston Martin |
Model | CV-8 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1257 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |