1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1981 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1981 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 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) has 249 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 1981 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | CV-8 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
