2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 134 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | XLR | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
