1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
Model | 240 | Passat |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1356 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 |