1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | 240 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 22 L |
