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Jensen CV-8 FF

General information

ModelJensen CV-8 FF
Year1965
Rating61.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6286 ccm (383.57 cubic inches)
Seats4
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6286 ccm (383.57 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power334.60 PS (246 kW or 330 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque576.00 Nm (58.7 kgf-m or 424.9 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.1:1
Bore x stroke108.0 x 85.9 mm (4.3 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed208.0 km/h (129.2 mph)
0-50 miles5.3 seconds
0-60 miles7.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2099 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1594 kg (3,514.2 pounds)
Overall length4690 mm (184.6 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Ground clearance200 mm (7.9 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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