1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 29 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 406.
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, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | 240 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
