1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 40 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) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 323 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | CV-8 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
