2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2004 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 187 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Jensen | Panoz |
Model | SV-8 | Esperante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |