2005 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Jensen SV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jensen SV-8 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | SV-8 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
