1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 45 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | 240 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2482 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
