2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
Model | 360 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 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 | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |