1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. (290 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. (393 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
Model | Camaro | CV-8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4958 cc | 6286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |