1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 30 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Guara | 240 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
