1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is newer by 8 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 97 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | DeVille | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
