1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1967 Jaguar 240 has manual transmission. 1967 Jaguar 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | 240 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
