1969 Jaguar 240 vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 44 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 960 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Jaguar 240 | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | 240 | Savana |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |