1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (304 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 926 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Jensen | Cadillac |
| Model | CV-8 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
