2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 164 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. 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 Honda CR-V. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | CR-V | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
