1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Corvair | 240 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
