2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Colorado | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
