1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 9 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 200 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jensen SV-8 | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Jensen | TVR |
Model | SV-8 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 290 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 Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |