1988 Honda Legend vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 23 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 142 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Legend | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
