1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 167 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Jensen | Subaru |
Model | CV-8 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |