1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 45 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 182 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | CV-8 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
