2003 BMW X5 vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 38 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, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | X5 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 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 | 2195 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |
