1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | 240 | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
