1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2000 Pagani Zonda is newer by 36 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, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1964 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pagani Zonda. (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pagani Zonda. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2000 Pagani Zonda 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 | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Jensen | Pagani |
| Model | CV-8 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
