1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 40 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mini |
| Model | 240 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
