2007 BMW 325 vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 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 115 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 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:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jensen |
| Model | 325 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
