1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1970 Datsun 240Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
Make | Jaguar | Datsun |
Model | 240 | 240Z |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |