1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Lancia Delta is newer by 30 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 256 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | CV-8 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
