2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 387 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Seville | 240 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |