1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 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 113 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 56 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Jensen | Porsche |
Model | SV-8 | 944 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |