1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 43 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 140 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 698 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Elise 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 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | CV-8 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
