2000 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jensen SV-8 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jensen | Porsche |
Model | SV-8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |