1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 35 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, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Acura |
| Model | 240 | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
