2008 Audi S6 vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 43 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, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | S6 | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
