1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 106 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jensen | Subaru |
Model | CV-8 | Forester |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |