1971 Austin 3 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1971 Austin 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | 3 | 240 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |