1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 32 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 10 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | 240 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
