2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mustang | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Mustang | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |