1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | F40 | 240 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 54 L |