1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 260 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.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1967 Jaguar 240 has manual transmission. 1967 Jaguar 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | 240 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
