1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 485 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SV-8 | C |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
