1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1985 Austin Maestro is newer by 17 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 65 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1985 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jaguar 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Maestro | 240 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
