2005 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1975 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. 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 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jensen SV-8 | 1975 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | SV-8 | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
