1998 Buick Regal vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 33 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 125 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal. 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 1998 Buick Regal. 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) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Buick | Jensen |
| Model | Regal | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
