1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Jaguar 240 | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | 240 | Camry |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
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 | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |