1994 BMW 740 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 27 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 172 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | 740 | 240 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |