1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick 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 214 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Maverick | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
