1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 8 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240.
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, 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | 240 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |