1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 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 19 more horse power than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | 240 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
