1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 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 241 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | CV-8 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
