1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1967 Jaguar 240

To start off, 1975 Jaguar XJS is newer by 8 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 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 330 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240. 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Jaguar XJS 1967 Jaguar 240
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XJS 240
Year Released 1975 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5342 cc 2482 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 291 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5550 RPM
Torque 431 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 12.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 54 L


 

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