1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Spider | 240 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |