1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
Model | Camaro | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |