2006 BMW 760 vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 925 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jensen SV-8. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2004 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2004 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 760 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
