1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 45 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 62 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 651 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CV-8 | R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
