1964 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 83 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 471 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-8.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jensen CV-8 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Jensen | Honda |
| Model | CV-8 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
