2001 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318. 2001 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2003 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2003 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 318 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
