1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 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 192 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mustang | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
