2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Jensen | Jensen |
| Model | SV-8 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
