1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 31 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 34 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | Project Vantage | 240 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |
