1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 180 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jensen SV-8 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | SV-8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
