1998 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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 263 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen CV-8 | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Jensen | Triumph |
| Model | CV-8 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
