1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 312 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, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | 240 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
