1976 BMW 630 vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 12 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 148 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1976 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 1976 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 630 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
