2009 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 4 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 130 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
