1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | 240 | Exige |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |