2001 Acura NSX vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 37 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, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX 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, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (542 Nm). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Acura | Jensen |
| Model | NSX | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
