1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 42 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1967 Jaguar 240 has manual transmission. 1967 Jaguar 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | 240 | LR2 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |