2003 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1964 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. 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 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jensen SV-8 | 1964 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Jensen | Riley |
Model | SV-8 | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |