1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 38 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | 240 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
