2002 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jensen SV-8 | 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Jensen | Maserati |
Model | SV-8 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |