1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 ZAZ 966 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 283 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (38 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 526 kg more than 1968 ZAZ 966. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (72 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Jensen | ZAZ |
| Model | SV-8 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
