2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2001 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2001 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Corvette | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
