2001 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (287 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 700 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jensen SV-8 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SV-8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |
