1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Zephyr | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
