2003 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Venturi 400.
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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jensen SV-8 | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Jensen | Venturi |
Model | SV-8 | 400 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |