1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CV-8 | S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
