1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1975 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1975 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 8 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 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Cosmo. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1975 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | 240 | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |