1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 48 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, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 430 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.
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) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Jensen | Audi |
| Model | CV-8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3122 mm |
