2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 34 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 261 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Crown Victoria | 240 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |