1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 45 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | 240 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
