2005 Bizzarrini GTS vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jensen SV-8. 2005 Bizzarrini GTS has automatic transmission and 1999 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1999 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bizzarrini GTS | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Jensen |
| Model | GTS | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
