1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 32 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | 240 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
