1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | CV-8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
