2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (201 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | 240 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 54 L |
