1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 839 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | CV-8 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
