1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster 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) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | SV-8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
