1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 9 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. Both 1999 Jensen SV-8 and 2008 MG ZT are equipped with a 4,601 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 260 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZT. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jensen SV-8 | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Jensen | MG |
| Model | SV-8 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
