1966 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (325 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | AC | Jensen |
Model | Cobra | CV-8 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |