2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | SRX | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
