1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 2 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 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Centura | 240 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
