1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
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 CV-8 (407 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mustang | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
