2006 Audi S4 vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | S4 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
