1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 332 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240.
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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | 240 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
