2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 120 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | SV-8 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
