1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 46 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, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1965 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1965 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 233 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8. 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 2011 Infiniti M. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Jensen | Infiniti |
| Model | CV-8 | M |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
