1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 5 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | AMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Javelin | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
