1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1969 MG MGB
To start off, 1969 MG MGB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1969 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 1969 MG MGB | |
Make | Jaguar | MG |
Model | 240 | MGB |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2320 mm |