2000 Acura NSX vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 135 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.
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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | NSX | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
