2002 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 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 176 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 45 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jensen SV-8 | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | SV-8 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
