1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 512 BB | 240 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3442 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 54 L |