2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 11 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
Model | DBS | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |