1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1971 Holden Statesman 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman.
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, 1971 Holden Statesman (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Statesman | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Statesman | 240 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |