1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jensen SV-8 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jensen | Porsche |
Model | SV-8 | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |