1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 234 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | 240 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
