1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina 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 226 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Jensen | Morris |
| Model | SV-8 | Marina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 88.9 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 | 957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
