2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 2 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
Model | 360 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |