1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 43 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 27 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jensen | Lexus |
| Model | CV-8 | GS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |
