2000 Audi S8 vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jensen CV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (407 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | S8 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
