1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 1964 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. 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, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Jensen CV-8 | 1958 Seat 600 | |
Make | Jensen | Seat |
Model | CV-8 | 600 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |