1998 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 1966 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Jensen CV-8 has manual transmission. 1998 Jensen CV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen CV-8 | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | CV-8 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
