2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 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 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Jensen CV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Silverado | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
