2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 712 kg more than 2004 Jensen SV-8. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SV-8 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3150 mm |
