1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 14 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Jensen | Subaru |
| Model | CV-8 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
