1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1974 Toyota Century

To start off, 1974 Toyota Century is newer by 7 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 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 51 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 245 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240.

Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Century. (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Century.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Jaguar 240 1974 Toyota Century
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model 240 Century
Year Released 1967 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3442 cc 3376 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2870 mm


 

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