1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 14 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1999 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 500 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 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jensen SV-8 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | SV-8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
