1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 190 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | Charger | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
