1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 49 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 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 214 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ferrari 458. (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ferrari 458.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Jensen | Ferrari |
| Model | CV-8 | 458 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |
