1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1965 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Buick Riviera. (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 266 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jensen CV-8. (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Riviera | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
