1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 415 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (576 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jensen CV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CV-8 | SL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
