1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | 240 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
