2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 44 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 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (441 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang. 1964 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mustang 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:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Mustang | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
