1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
Because 1967 Jaguar 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | 240 | Focus |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2482 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |