1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 19 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 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 75 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 54 L |
