2006 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 41 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) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2006 Audi A8. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A8 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 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 | 1275 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
