2003 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 36 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, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 70 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
