1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 36 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Jaguar | Smart |
Model | 240 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 33 L |