1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max 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 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max.
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, 2012 Ford C-Max, 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jaguar 240 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | 240 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2648 mm |
