1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 39 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Jaguar | Morgan |
Model | 240 | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |