1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 15 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) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Audi |
| Model | SV-8 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2808 mm |
