1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1964 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox 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 236 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 359 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Jensen | Vauxhall |
| Model | CV-8 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
