2004 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 39 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 83 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 211 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A6 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
