2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1964 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 156 kg more than 1964 Jensen CV-8.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Jensen CV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 1964 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1964 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Durango | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |
