2009 Bentley Continental GTC vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 44 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1965 Jensen CV-8. (330 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1965 Jensen CV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 881 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, 2009 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jensen CV-8. (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Continental GTC | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Bentley | Jensen |
| Model | Continental GTC | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 312 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
