1998 Ford Taurus vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1998 Ford Taurus 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Taurus. (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Taurus | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Taurus | 240 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
