1977 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 13 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 243 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo GT | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jensen |
| Model | GT | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |
