1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 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 158 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 600 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CV-8 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
