2004 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 330 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
