2003 Dodge Durango vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 381 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Durango | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
