1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1972 Ford Maverick 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Maverick | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Maverick | 240 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
