1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 177 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.
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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
Model | 240 | G25 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |