1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 31 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 TVR Griffith.
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, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Jaguar | TVR |
Model | 240 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |