1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 14 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 933 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Jensen SV-8 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
Model | SV-8 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2881 mm |