2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jensen SV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Ducato | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
