1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 is newer by 26 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 1 more horse power than 1994 Rover 600. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600, 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 1994 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | 240 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
