2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jensen SV-8. 1974 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2004 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2004 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Jensen | Avanti |
Model | SV-8 | Avanti |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |