1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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) has 267 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Jensen | Smart |
| Model | CV-8 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| 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 | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
