2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is newer by 1 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 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 680 more horse power than 2002 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2002 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 970 kg more than 2002 Jensen SV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 917 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jensen SV-8. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen has automatic transmission and 2002 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2002 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | V Sixteen | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2410 mm |
