2005 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 38 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 69 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A3 | 240 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |