1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 382 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 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | 240 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
