1982 Austin Marina vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 18 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 271 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Marina 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:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Marina | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
