1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 29 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | 240 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
