2005 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 50 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.
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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 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 | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Jensen | Ascari |
Model | SV-8 | KZ1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2636 mm |