2003 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | AC | Jensen |
Model | Cobra | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |