1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. 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 2005 Nissan Primera. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (159 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | CV-8 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
