1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 20 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 11 more horse power than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Jaguar | Venturi |
Model | 240 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |