2007 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 42 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 78 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A4 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 12.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
