1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster 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 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
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 @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
Model | 240 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |