1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 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, both vehicles can yield 330 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Corvette | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 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 | 1520 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
