1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | 240 | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |