2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon 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 192 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 396 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
Model | Tiburon | CV-8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 6286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |