1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 43 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 381 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. 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, 2011 Ford Taurus, 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | 240 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
