1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2001 Audi A3
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 33 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, 2001 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Audi A3.
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, 2001 Audi A3, 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, 2001 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2001 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | 240 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
