2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 156 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 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
