2002 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jensen SV-8 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 2010 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 330.
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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jensen SV-8 | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | SV-8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
