1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 720 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar 240 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | 240 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1688 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2895 mm |