1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | 240 | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |