1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ

To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 41 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 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Jaguar 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Jaguar 240 2008 Toyota iQ
Make Jaguar Toyota
Model 240 iQ
Year Released 1967 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2482 cc 995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 131 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5550 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 2985 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2000 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 32 L


 

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