1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1999 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Jensen SV-8. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
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1999 Jensen SV-8 | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Jensen | Lamborghini |
Model | SV-8 | Countach |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |