1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 61 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jensen CV-8. (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CV-8 | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
