2003 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jensen SV-8 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 16 more horse power than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (305 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jensen SV-8 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Jensen | Panoz |
Model | SV-8 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |