1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 300 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | 240 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 54 L |