1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | 240 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
