1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 22 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 13 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 220 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-8.
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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | V8 Volante | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 72 L |
