2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 37 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Spider | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
