1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1953 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1953 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Rover P4 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Rover P4. (187 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1953 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | SV-8 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
