2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (576 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 2001 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XJ220 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
