1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | 240 | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2512 mm |