1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1958 Steyr 500
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Steyr 500 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 305 more horse power than 1958 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1958 Steyr 500. 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 SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1958 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Jensen | Steyr |
Model | SV-8 | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |