1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 245 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | 240 | GS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 71 L |
