2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2002 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
Model | 8C Competizione | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |