2008 BMW 550 vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | BMW | Jensen |
Model | 550 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |