1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 41 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 38 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 191 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CV-8 | G |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
