1996 Audi A3 vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 28 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jaguar 240 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A3 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
