1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1966 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor 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 151 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1966 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | 240 | Victor |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |