1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 11 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1998 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8. 2009 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1998 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1998 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | SV-8 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
