1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 176 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-8.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CV-8 | S |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
