1965 Bristol 409 vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 409 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
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, 1965 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen CV-8. 1965 Bristol 409 has automatic transmission and 1998 Jensen CV-8 has manual transmission. 1998 Jensen CV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Bristol 409 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 409 | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | 409 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
