1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 49 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 24 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-8.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Jensen CV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (441 Nm). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jensen | Audi |
| Model | CV-8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2912 mm |
