2002 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 35 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 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, 2002 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
