1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 44 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1964 Jensen CV-8.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CV-8 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
