Jensen CV8 Mk II

Jensen CV8 Mk II - key facts

Jensen CV8 Mk II Specifications
From	1963
Until	1966
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	15ft 5in	4.7m
Width	5ft 6in	1.7m
Kerb Weight	3514lb/1.569ton	1594kg
Engine
Engine make	Chrysler
Engine displacement	6276cc	383cu in
Cylinders	8
Cylinder Layout	Vee
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	330bhp @ 4600rpm	325PS @ 4600rpm
Specific Output	53bhp/litre	0.86bhp/cu in
Torque Output	425lbft @ 2800rpm	576Nm @ 2800rpm
Specific Torque	92Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Single Carburettor
Carburettor make	Carter
Performance
Power to weight	210bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	5 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	6.7 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	14.6 seconds
Top speed	129mph	208km/h
Fuel consumption	13.2mpg	5.61km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Discs front and rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual or Automatic
Number of gears	4