1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 677 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. 2005 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1999 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1999 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jensen SV-8 | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Jensen | Lincoln |
| Model | SV-8 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
