1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 13 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 4,601 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 104 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 420 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jensen SV-8. 2012 BMW 525 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. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jensen SV-8 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Jensen | BMW |
Model | SV-8 | 525 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |