1992 Jaguar XJS vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 25 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 210 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJS | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJS | 240 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |