2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (576 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jensen CV-8. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper 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:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Viper | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
