2001 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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 34 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | Audi | Jensen |
Model | A6 | CV-8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |