2003 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 269 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jensen SV-8 | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
Model | SV-8 | 1600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |