1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 47 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 119 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jensen | Audi |
| Model | CV-8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
