1985 Bitter SC vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 6 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Bitter | Jensen |
| Model | SC | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
