2001 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2001 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jensen SV-8 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SV-8 | 600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3910 mm |