1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 33 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, 2000 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
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, 2000 Rover 45, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | 240 | 45 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |