1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 2 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 74 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB4 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |
