1991 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 26 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 158 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | 100 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
