1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 46 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 65 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 322 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-8.
Because 1964 Jensen CV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Jensen CV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Jensen | Cadillac |
| Model | CV-8 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
