1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 42 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 30 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 867 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-8.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
| Model | CV-8 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |
