2003 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 530 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
