1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 43 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jaguar 240 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | 240 | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
