1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 28 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1965 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jensen |
| Model | Pantera | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
