1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1971 Mercury Comet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jensen CV-8 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 249 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | CV-8 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
