2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 460 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 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Jaguar |
| Model | Veyron | 240 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
