1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 25 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 155 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1440 kg |
