2005 BMW 535 vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535. 2005 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2001 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2001 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 535 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
