1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 129 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | 240 | Polo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |