1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2007 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 40 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 315 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
Model | 240 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 78 L |