2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 40 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, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 263 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-8.
Because 1964 Jensen CV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Jensen CV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac Seville. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
Model | Seville | CV-8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 6286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 108.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |