1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 31 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 265 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.
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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Eldorado | 240 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
