1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1964 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-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, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Daimler | Jensen |
| Model | DE 36 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2670 mm |
