1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 4 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 54 L |
