1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | 240 | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |