1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1961 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 404 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 259 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1961 Peugeot 404. 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) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Peugeot 404. (127 Nm). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1961 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | SV-8 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
