2001 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 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 59 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 946 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | Audi | Jensen |
Model | A8 | CV-8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 6286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |