1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 6 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | Giulia | 240 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 204 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |