1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 31 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 201 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. 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 1996 Honda S-MX. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Jensen CV-8 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Jensen | Honda |
Model | CV-8 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |