1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1998 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Jensen | TVR |
| Model | SV-8 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
