1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 22 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 23 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
Make | Jaguar | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 240 | 164 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |