1976 Holden Statesman vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 9 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 15 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | 240 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
