1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 38 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, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | 240 | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
